Monthly Archives: March 2014

There are only six days until the deadline for applications for the Scottish Charity Awards 2014. If your organisation would like to get involved, click on the link and get your nomination in pronto!

Having worked in PR for two decades, we have worked with literally dozens of charities. It may come as a surprise, but charities can be some of the most creative clients you can have the pleasure to work with. Why? Frequently having with little in the way of financial resources to devote to marketing and PR, charities are often far more willing to take a chance and push the boundaries in their promotion efforts. The results can often be quite outstanding communications initiatives, from inspired outreach activities to attract new supporters, to creating compelling content on social media.

One of the reasons why I believe charities have the capacity for great work is often because they attract talented people who aren’t motivated primarily by financial rewards. The ability to do work that you believe may help to improve the lot of people less well off than yourself — that is a pretty good feeling. And to do it day-in, day-out, rather than as a one-off charity fundraising gig, well, that can be downright inspiring.

So while charities may not be the most lucrative of clients, agencies can often gain as much as they give when agreeing to work with non-profits. Bruce PR is happy to give an hour or two of consulting time to a charity looking for a fresh perspective on their communications. We like working with non-profits, and we particularly like the feeling we get giving something back.

And while you may not feel ready to apply for a “Cracking Campaign” award for best charity-led campaign, working with a talented PR agency in the weeks and months ahead might just inspire you both to be award-ready in 2015!

If your Highlands and Islands-based charity would like help with its communications, please get in touch by completing our contact form here.